SRCE-26-500, FMEC, Head Custodian

Armbrae Academy, Private School, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Strait Regional (0052) invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy. In accordance with the CUPE (3100) Collective Agreement , senior qualified candidates will be given preference. Candidates who apply for more than one position, may rank their applications in order of preference. Please also indicate if you wish to be considered for subsequent arising vacancies. As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,166 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.” In 2025-2026, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,948 students; and approximately 375 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021). The Head Custodian falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026 Work Schedule: 8 hours/day (Split shift 7:00am-9:00am & 12:00pm-6:30pm) Deadline for Applications: 01/15/2026, at 11:59 pm. Effective Dates: 02/02/2026

Requirements

Preference given to demonstrated experience working in a building maintenance environment;
Commercial cleaning experience and training;
Previously demonstrated oral and written communication skills;
Good technology and organizational skills;
Excellent knowledge of OHS procedures and regulations;
Current CPR and First Aid certification or willing to obtain;
Current WHMIS certification or willing to obtain.

Nice To Haves

Preference given to those having experience in supervising facilities staff;

Responsibilities

Oversee the janitorial staff on day-to-day cleaning and general maintenance of the school building(s) and grounds in accordance with established practices;
Clean, on a daily or as scheduled basis, all assigned areas of the school in accordance with established practices and standards;
Perform routine inspections and maintenance of building systems and grounds;
Maintain records with respect to systems, condition of the school, equipment and grounds;
Report any breakdowns, accidents, damage or vandalism to the appropriate Supervisor;
Order and maintain adequate cleaning supplies for the school and control the inventory and the use of these supplies within the school;
Secure all doors and windows whenever the building is vacated and activate security system if last person to vacate building;
Perform minor maintenance tasks such as, but not limited to, installing window blinds, draperies, maps, replacing light bulbs, “touch-up” painting, minor repairs to windows, walls, doors, locks, furniture, installing window screens, mowing grass, etc.;
Check for repairs required to infrastructure and report maintenance requirements;
Coordinate physical requirements for school rentals, dances, tournaments, and other activities;
Set-up furnishings as required ;
Assist in “after-hours” emergencies (evenings, weekend, and holiday coverage), and be available for weekend coverage as required by the SRCE;
Perform duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and SRCE policies and procedures including occupational health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia;
Other related duties as assigned.